Avalon, NJ

Livability

directions_bike Bikeability 4/10
directions_run Walkability 3/10
directions_bus Transit 2/10
directions_car Commute 6/10
home Housing 2/10
visibility Safety 8/10
local_library Schools 5/10
local_airport Airports 5/10
school Colleges 3/10
accessibility Hospitals 2/10
directions_bike Bikeability
Challenging for Cyclists. Limited bike lanes or paths and challenging road conditions make biking difficult, suitable for only the most determined cyclists.
directions_run Walkability
Not Walkable. The area is heavily car-dependent, with almost no amenities within walking distance or pedestrian-friendly infrastructure.
directions_car Commute
Average Commutes. Travel times and convenience are typical, with some challenges during peak hours or in certain areas.
directions_bus Transit
Very Limited Access. The area has little to no public transportation infrastructure, making it difficult to travel without a personal vehicle.
home Housing
Highly Expensive. Housing and rent costs are extremely high, contributing to a significantly elevated overall cost of living.
visibility Safety
Generally Safe. Crime rates are below average, with only occasional incidents, making the area a relatively secure place to live.
local_airport Airports
Limited Accessibility. Getting to the airport requires significant travel time or effort. Not ideal for frequent travel.
accessibility Hospitals
Healthcare Scarce. The area has little to no access to hospitals or healthcare providers, requiring significant travel for most medical needs.
school Colleges
Higher Education Desert. The area has little to no access to colleges, requiring significant travel or relocation for education.
local_library Schools
Average to Mixed. Schools perform near average overall, though quality can vary by campus. Students have access to standard educational pathways, with some stronger programs available.

Residents

Population
1,478 332.4M (US)
Median Age
65.2 yr 39 yr (US)
Family Households
67.1% 64% (US)
College-Educated
69.7% 35% (US)

Economy

Median Income
$143,482 $79K (US)
Above Poverty
96.5% 88% (US)
Average Commute
31 mi 29 mi (US)
Moved Recently
10.7% 13% (US)

Housing

Median Home
$1,756,100 $303K (US)
Median Expenses
$1,331 $612 (US)
Median Rent
$1,500 $1,165 (US)
Owner-Occupied
13.5% 58% (US)

Crime

Violent Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing crime involving violence or threats.

How the Violent Crime Score here compares with other places

Cape May County
2
Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro Area
3
New Jersey
3

Property Crime Score

Likelihood of experiencing theft, burglary, or property damage.

How the Property Crime Score here compares with other places

Cape May County
5
Atlantic City-Hammonton Metro Area
5
New Jersey
3

Climate

Month Rain (in) Snow (in) Temp (°F)
Jan 3 4 34
Feb 3 5 36
Mar 4 1 44
Apr 4 0 53
May 4 0 63
Jun 3 0 72
Jul 4 0 77
Aug 4 0 75
Sep 4 0 68
Oct 4 0 57
Nov 3 0 48
Dec 4 2 38

Hazards

Coastal Flood Risk

Inland Flood Risk

Tornado Risk

Politics

Historical Voting Patterns

This place leans red, with 44% of residents leaning left and 52% leaning right.

Liberal (44%) (53%) Conservative

2016 Presidential Election Results

Donald Trump 49%
Hillary Clinton 47%
Other 3%

Related Legislative Districts

Congressional District 2, NJ State Senate District 1, NJ Assembly District 01, NJ
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Schools

Avalon Elementary School
1 miles, E • 4.1 star
Stone Harbor Elementary School
2 miles, SW • 4.1 star
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Colleges

Atlantic Beauty & Spa Academy LLC
25 miles, NE • 1 star
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Hospitals

Cape Regional Medical Center Inc
4 miles, NW • 3.2 star
Shore Medical Center
18 miles, NE • 2.3 star
Atlanticare Regional Medical Center
25 miles, NE • 3.2 star
Beebe Medical Center
30 miles, W • 4.1 star
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Airports

Atlantic City International Airport
27 miles, NE • 1.4 star
Philadelphia International Airport
60 miles, N • 4.1 star
Trenton Mercer Airport
82 miles, N • 1.4 star
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